Who We Are

The Founders of CHILD, Inc.

Martha Verge duPont

FOUNDER

Martha Verge duPont rescued a struggling group home for boys and through decades of determination and vision it grew into the comprehensive social services agency we now know as CHILD, Inc. Mrs. duPont’s lifelong commitment to children in crisis was a driving force and guiding light for nearly 50 years. A fierce defender of children, Mrs. duPont advocated for statewide reforms, dramatically changing the child welfare system in Delaware. She served as President of the Board of Directors of CHILD, Inc. until her passing in August 2017.

Henry E. I. duPont

FOUNDER

Henry E. I. duPont, working side by side with his wife, Martha; Henry founded, financially supported and guided CHILD, Inc. during the agency’s early years. Without his support CHILD, Inc. would have not grown into the agency which today provides essential services to thousands of people each year. Henry passed away in 2002 leaving a legacy of service which will continue for generations.

Joseph M. Dell’Olio

Joseph M. Dell’Olio, served as the Executive Vice President of CHILD, Inc. from 1973 to 2008. Under Joe’s leadership CHILD, Inc. grew to become a leading provider of services to children and families in Delaware. At the same time Joe led major efforts to reform Delaware policies to better benefit children and youth. He was a driving force in the creation of the Department of Services to Children, Youth and Their Families. Today, Joe continues his commitment to CHILD, Inc. through serving as a member of the Board of Directors.

Donald E. Pease, Esq

Donald E. Pease, Esq. served CHILD, Inc. as a volunteer from the agency’s founding until his death in 2004. During all of those years Don was an invaluable board member and served as Board Treasurer. He provided legal guidance and helped establish CHILD, Inc. as a highly respected and important part of the community.

Board of Directors

Ericka Hynansky President
Jennifer Iqbal Vice President
Michael T. French, CPA Treasurer
Kara Hammond Coyle, Esq. Secretary
Joseph M. Dell’Olio
Scott Farnan
Clifton Hayes, Ed.D.
Amanda Kelly Thompson
Lisa P. Lewis
William Keenan
LeAnn Myers, R.N.
Vivian Outland-Scott
Phyllis G. Ventresca